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Ellen Hopkins
"Burned" series
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"Burned" is a gripping and poignant young adult novel series written by Ellen Hopkins. The series follows the life of Pattyn Von Stratten, a devout Mormon teenager living in a dysfunctional family. After a series of traumatic events, Pattyn finds herself questioning her faith and rebelling against her strict upbringing. The story delves into themes of abuse, religion, identity, and self-discovery, as Pattyn navigates her way through adolescence and personal growth. Hopkins' unique narrative style, written in verse, adds depth and rhythm to the narrative, making it an engaging and thought-provoking read for both teens and adults. The series is a powerful exploration of the complexities of growing up in a repressive environment and the struggles young adults face in finding their own voice and independence...
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Ellen Hopkins
Crank
This is the book that launched Ellen Hopkins' career as a bestselling young adult author. 'Crank' tells the story of a teenage girl's descent into meth addiction, and it's just as gritty and raw as 'Burned'. Fans of Hopkins' free verse style and fearless exploration of tough topics will find much to love here.
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Ellen Hopkins
Glass
The sequel to 'Crank', 'Glass' continues the story of Kristina, the protagonist of the first book, as she tries to escape the grip of her meth addiction. Hopkins' writing is just as powerful and unflinching as in 'Burned', and readers who enjoyed the first book will be eager to see what happens next.
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Ellen Hopkins
Identical
In this novel, Hopkins tells the story of twin sisters Kaeleigh and Raeanne, who have very different reactions to their troubled home life. Kaeleigh turns to food for comfort, while Raeanne cuts herself to feel something other than pain. As in 'Burned', Hopkins explores complex issues like addiction, abuse, and mental illness with sensitivity and nuance.
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Ellen Hopkins
Impulse
Three troubled teens meet in a psychiatric hospital in this novel, which explores themes of suicide, depression, and self-harm. Hopkins' writing is as powerful and unflinching as ever, and readers who enjoyed the raw emotion and tough topics in 'Burned' will find much to relate to here.
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Markus Zusak
The Book Thief
This bestselling novel tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl living in Nazi Germany who discovers the power of words and storytelling. While the subject matter is very different from 'Burned', readers who enjoyed Hopkins' exploration of complex issues and her lyrical writing style will find much to love here.
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John Green
The Fault in Our Stars
This bestselling novel tells the story of Hazel and Gus, two teenagers who meet in a cancer support group and fall in love. While the subject matter is very different from 'Burned', readers who enjoyed Hopkins' exploration of complex issues and her ability to evoke strong emotions will find much to love here.
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